IN THE NEWS: Changes in curling, distracted driving and Halloween candy pricing

In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed leadership changes in the sport of curling, distracted driving and its ties to cellphone use, the cost of Halloween candy and the 200th anniversary of The Welland Canal. The launch of Brock’s new training platform on cybersecurity was also featured in an article in Academica.

Fire and Ice: New curling exec Sulsky makes early impression on Slam circuit: Associate Professor of Sport Management Mike Naraine spoke to the Canadian Press about changes to the Grand Slam of Curling series. The story was featured in media outlets such as CTV and The Toronto Star.

Distracted driving deaths up 40 per cent in Ontario compared to last year: Professor of Child and Youth Studies Tony Volk spoke to CTV News about an increase in distracted driving deaths linked to cellphone usage. He also discussed the topic on AM 1150 and Newstalk 610 CKTB.

Can you save money by buying Halloween candy earlier? Or is it better to play the waiting game? Associate Professor of Marketing Eric Dolansky spoke to The Hamilton Spectator and The Toronto Star about the rising cost of Halloween candy.

Welland canal marks a milestone: Adjunct Professor of History Kimberly Monk was interviewed on CBC Radio One about the 200th anniversary of the Welland Canal.

Institutions bolster cybersecurity with campus community by sharing resources, training: Brock’s new cybersecurity training program and resources was featured in Academica.

 


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